Hi, I'm Irina. We are from Chicago. I am a piano teacher and my husband is a small business owner. Since we bought this house in Glenn, Michigan 7 years ago as second home our life had divided on two parallel lives- business life and outdoor leasure life and we enjoy each one. Michigan fruites inspired us to make fruit wines and learned pottery.
As a hostess I provide a clean, comfortable place, where one can relax/rest or be as active as they want. I belive that you shoud treat people only as you want to be treated and that being positive instead of negative will always make a day a BETTER ONE.

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Reviews From Guests

We had a great weekend at Irina's home. It was perfect for our family of 4 (2 kids). The house was was described well and was really cute. The kitchen was well-stocked and had everything we needed. There was a bottle of homemade wine waiting for us when we arrived as well as wood for a fire which was lovely. We fell in love with the whole area but really loved the little town of Glenn. There were so many things to do, we really needed to spend more time there. Irina was a great host and let us know about about all the things in the area. We can't wait to go back.

This was the second time we stayed here, the first time was after our wedding. The house was just as lovely as the first time. We love the wood burning stove and playing music in the closed in porch area. There's also lots of fun things to do near by as well. Irina also left us strawberry wine which is very nice.

We had a great experience staying at the White House. As a group of 5, there was more than enough room. The outdoor space (back patio and fire pit) were a highlight of our three-night stay. The location is a relaxing getaway from the city, yet still close enough to the more tourist areas. Would certainly stay again!

My fiancée and I were looking for a quiet place to hide for the weekend and get some wedding planning done, far from the distracting restaurants and sirens of Chicago. We decided on a whim that we'd like to go somewhere the very next day. We chose the White House based on all of the positive reviews and photos - all of which proved to be 100% true to life. I'd even say that the house was nicer and cleaner than I expected it to be. Based on the location and aesthetic of the property exterior, I expected the house to be musty and creaky. Nope! It was great. Each room had a different vibe, too. We enjoyed the front porch (complete with crocodile head and other unique art pieces) during a thunderstorm. For meals, we cooked in the modern kitchen (fully-stocked, by the way - just bring food) and then dined in the all-wooden, log-cabin-esque room in the back. Making a fire in the wood-burning stove back there sealed the deal. The bathroom was uniquely tiled and very clean. Shower head and water pressure were surprisingly good, too. There's a washer/dryer, dishwasher, plenty of interesting art to look at, lots of clocks, comfy porch chairs, some retro furniture, comfy beds, and a yard full of birds to listen to and look at. Not to mention, an electric piano if that's your thing.
Irina was very friendly and quick to respond to all communications, and renting the house with less than 24 hours notice was no problem. Oh, and as many reviews mention, there was a delicious bottle of homemade strawberry wine awaiting us upon our arrival. Such a nice touch. We just loved it, if you can't tell. I would not be surprised at all if we stayed in the White House again someday.

Our stay at the White House in Glenn, MI was enjoyable. Irina we able to accommodate us on a two day notice. The house was very clean and as described. The house has spacious yard in the back (6 acres).

This is a great spot in a beautiful part of Michigan.
The Green cottage is perfectly located in between South Haven and Holland, on a stretch of highway just far enough away from everyone but close to anything you need.
Irina could not have been more helpful and accommodating, following up and staying in communication. This place was exactly what I was looking for.

Our stay at the White House in Glenn was just what we had been looking for in a long weekend getaway. Our host got us in with just a few days notice, as our earlier plans had fallen through. The house was very clean, comfortable and roomy. Nice updated kitchen has everything you need. The property is in a quiet country setting. The deck in the back is a great place to relax and watch birds and animals. The all season room at the back is a great place to enjoy the cool evenings.
We checked out the local public beach and saw only a few others on that whole stretch of sand. A nice, quiet option to some of the more crowded public beaches. The little store down the street had most anything we needed. We enjoyed a delicious sandwich and pizza from their deli.
Not a single complaint.